Well,
Let's see.......................
I bought my first Trans Am ( a 1974 455) in mid 1976 (my first car, a 1972 Firebird, in early 1976).
Every Birthday and Christmas, everyone would ask me, "What do you want for ....."
I always replyed, "A Trans Am"
So, my collecting stated in late 1976.
See, I never got a 1:1 scale Trans Am from anyone, but me.
But, 1:64, 1:24, and 1:18 scales, I got tons of them.
I always kept my dupes as well.
I've got a pretty good list of dupes together now, but boy, do I have tons to add to it.
I am still unpacking boxes every week, since I moved out here over 4 years ago!
The sad thing is....................I also collect literature, both NOS and used parts too.
Ya, I've got it real bad............................
George